Kanitha is a unique and beautiful female given name of Thai origin. It is composed of two elements, "Kani" meaning gemstone, and "tha" meaning to honor or respect. Thus, Kanitha literally translates to 'honor the gemstone'. This name carries a sense of elegance and preciousness, much like its namesake stones. In Thailand, it is often used for girls born in the Year of the Rabbit, as per the Thai zodiac tradition. However, it is not limited to this practice and can be chosen regardless of birth year. Kanitha's pronunciation is /kaːniːtʰāː/, with a stressed second syllable and a falling tone on the last syllable.
The name Kanitha experienced some fluctuations in popularity during the late 20th century, with a peak of eight births in 1984 and a total of thirty births between 1981 and 1988.